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CategoryDietyDiety
Evidence strengthModerate evidenceStrong evidence
Evidence Score3/55/5
User rating4.3 (389)4.7 (214)
Typical doseUsually below 20–50 g of net carbohydrates daily, about 70–75% of energy from fatSodium limited to 2,300 mg/day (standard variant) or 1,500 mg/day (DASH-Sodium variant); 4–5 servings of vegetables and fruit daily
FormAn eating model based on fats, moderate protein, and very low carbohydrate intakeAn eating model based on vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and low-fat dairy
Average price
Monthly cost
Time to effectsEntering ketosis — 2–4 days of strict carbohydrate restriction; noticeable weight change — 1–2 weeks (a significant part is water).A drop in blood pressure visible after about 2 weeks of consistent use.
Who it's forChildren and adults with drug-resistant epilepsy, only under neurological supervisionPeople with hypertension or prehypertension